Artuqids of Mardin | Quth al-Din II-Ghazi II | AE Dirhem Reference: Album 1828.1 Date: 1176-1185 CE (AH 572-580) Obverse: Diademed head gazing upwards, in beaded square, legend around Reverse: Name and titles of Il-Ghazi in five lines within beaded circle Mint: Mardin Size: 30.2 mm Weight: 9.71 grams Imitating the classic "Eyes to God" coins issued by the Roman emperor Constantine some 800 years earlier. Many medieval Turkish coins reuse motiffs from ancient coins which used to circulate within the region: This dirhem issued by the Artuqids of Mardin utilizes the coinage of Constantine as a prototype, but the Turks also used Byzantine coins of Heraclius and Romanus III as inspiration for obverse designs. Policies I apply the highest ethical standards in selling ancient coins. All coins are guaranteed to be genuine and any item found to be otherwise may be returned for a full refund. The most important thing is that you are happy with your new coin(s)! All coins are shipped in PVC-free, archival-grade coin flips and inserts made of acid-free paper Domestic (USA) shipping only If you purchase multiple items please message me before you pay and I will combine the shipping for you. I accept all returns within 30 calendar days upon receipt of the item. No explanation is required for the return, but it would be appreciated. Any item which has been altered from its original state may not be returned. Don't see what you're looking for? Just shoot me a message, I might have it but haven't gotten around to listing it!